Unit I
Ancient Art
Introduction to ancient Western art: Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations- Overview of ancient Indian art: Indus Valley civilization, Maurya and Gupta periods- Comparative analysis of religious and monumental art
| Course Name | Introduction to Art History |
| Course Code | 24VMC238 |
| Program | B.Sc. (Honours) in Visual Media and Communication |
| Credits | 3 |
| Campus | Kochi |
Ancient Art
Introduction to ancient Western art: Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations- Overview of ancient Indian art: Indus Valley civilization, Maurya and Gupta periods- Comparative analysis of religious and monumental art
Medieval Art
Medieval Western art: Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic traditions- Medieval Indian art: Buddhist, Hindu, and Islamic influences- Comparative study of religious iconography and manuscript illumination
Renaissance and Baroque Art
Renaissance art in Europe: Italian Renaissance, Northern Renaissance- Renaissance art in India: Mughal and Deccan schools- Comparative analysis of artistic patronage and courtly culture
Colonialism and Modernism
Impact of colonialism on Western and Indian art: British Raj, British Empire- Modernism and postcolonial art movements in India and the West- Comparative analysis of modernist and contemporary practices
Contemporary Art
Contemporary Western art: Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, postmodernism- Contemporary Indian art: post-independence movements, globalization- Comparative study of contemporary artistic practices and global art markets
Objective:
Gain a chronological understanding of major periods and styles in Western art history, from ancient civilizations to contemporary art movements. Explore key aspects of Indian art, including prehistoric, classical, and medieval periods, to understand its cultural significance and aesthetic traditions. Develop visual analysis skills through close examination of artworks, including formal elements, iconography, and symbolism. Examine the role of patronage, institutions, and cultural exchanges in shaping the development of art in both Western and Indian contexts. Engage in comparative analysis and critical discussions to understand the similarities and differences between Western and Indian artistic traditions.
Course Outcome (CO):
CO1-Recount significant artistic movements, styles, and key figures in Western and Indian art history.
CO2- Understand the evolution of artistic techniques and materials in Western and Indian art.
CO3- Critique effective communication of ideas about art history through written essays and oral presentations.
CO4- Analyze and interpret artworks within their cultural and historical contexts, considering aesthetic, religious, and socio-political influences.
CO5- Evaluate the impact of cross-cultural exchanges and interactions on artistic production.
CO6- Develop critical thinking skills through the analysis and comparison of Western and Indian artworks.
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